The Cold Buster
The following are the ingredients’ health benefits of today’s recipe.
Ginger – The anti-inflammatory gingerols and shaogals in ginger root will help to relieve your sore throat quickly, and they also kill rhinoviruses, which cause colds.
Oil of Oregano is an antiviral, antibacterial, antifungal, antiparasitic, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, digestive, emmenagogue (stimulation for menstrual flow) and an anti-allergenic substance. !!
Cayenne is a detoxifier. It simulates your body’s circulation and mitigates the headache associated with a cold.
Lemon juice is a good source of vitamin C and it is good for digestion.
Honey is an antioxidant and anti-microbial. Use Maple Syrup if you are vegan. Pure maple syrup is not only high in antioxidants, but it also offers nutrients like riboflavin, zinc, magnesium, calcium and potassium.
Olive Leaf Extract boosts the immune system. Along with lowering blood pressure and improving brain function, it kills bacteria and fungi.
Turmeric Curcumin is the main active ingredient in turmeric. It has powerful anti-inflammatory effects and is a very strong antioxidant.
How to Buy
All these ingredients can be bought at you local grocery store. Olive of Oregano and Olive Leaf Extract can be bought online from Vitacost.
How to Store
Keep the ingredients on hand for when you feel a cold coming on.
How to Cook
Heat a cup of water, add ingredients for The Cold Buster. Sip, nap, and repeat.